better off

• Wird verwendet, um auszudrücken, dass jemand in einer besseren, glücklicheren oder günstigeren Lage wäre, wenn er etwas täte oder sich in einem anderen Zustand befände. Auch allgemein: in einer besseren finanziellen oder sozialen Situation sein.

Used to indicate that someone would be in a more advantageous, happier, or more favorable situation if they did something or were in a different state.

1. In a more advantageous positionB2informal

   To be in a more favorable or improved situation, especially financially or in terms of well-being.

   Besser dran

   • You would be better off investing in a reliable car.
   • She is better off without that stressful job.
   • We are better off living in a smaller house with lower bills.

2. More sensible or advisableB2informal

   Used to suggest that a particular action or choice is wiser or more beneficial.

   Besser dran

   • You'd be better off taking the train than driving in this traffic.
   • He would be better off apologizing now rather than later.
   • They are better off saving their money for a vacation.